Consultant - Psychiatrist

Salary: MP Year 1-9 $375,863 - $477,340 p.a. or $720 - $915 per session(inclusive of base salary, 11% employer contributed superannuation and professional development allowance)
Location: Various locations within the South West Region
Unit/Division: South West -> Mental Health
Work Type: Sessional, Fixed Term - Part Time, Fixed Term - Full Time
Position No: Pool Ref CP2023A
Closing Date: 2024-01-15 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
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Please note: The closing date to submit applicants has now been extended to Monday 15 January 2024.
This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time, Fixed Term Part Time or Sessional appointments at various hours per fortnight for 5 years, with the possibility of extension(s).
The South West Region currently have a variety of Consultant - Psychiatrist Positions (Total - 5.6 FTE): * Consultation Liaison – 1x Full Time position vacant (1.0 FTE)

• General Adult Inpatient Psychiatry – 1x Full Time positions vacant (1.0 FTE)
• Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service 1x Full time and Sessional positions vacant (1.6 FTE)
• Adult Community – 2x Full Time positions vacant (2.0 FTE)

• 1 Full Time position based in Busselton/Margaret River
• 1 Full Time position based in Bunbury

Alternative work arrangements for the above positions can be negotiated.
Imagine being part of a ground-breaking initiative that is transforming the mental health landscape of rural Australia and New Zealand. The Rural Psychiatry Training WA (RPTWA) Program is the first of its kind, offering a dedicated rural training zone for aspiring psychiatrists who want to make a difference in the lives of people living in regional and remote areas.
Launched in February 2023, the RPTWA Program has already increased the number of Royal Australian New Zealand College of Psychiatry (RANZCP) accredited trainees from 1 to 10 in the South West region, thanks to the support of the Department of Health, WA Country Health Service (WACHS), the Mental Health Commission and RANZCP.
The RPTWA Program is not only creating new opportunities for trainees, but also for educators who are passionate about rural psychiatry and want to mentor the next generation of rural mental health professionals. By joining the RPTWA Program, you will be part of an unprecedented change that is improving access, quality and outcomes of mental health care in rural and remote communities.
Do not miss this chance to shape a sustainable rural mental health workforce and make a lasting impact on the wellbeing of rural Western Australians!
ABOUT SOUTH WEST MENTAL HEALTH:
South West Mental Health Service provides a range of specialist community, in-patient and call centre based mental health services for people living in the South West, Western Australia.
The Mental health service currently delivers an array of Programs inclusive (but not limited to) the following:

• Acute Psychiatric inpatient unit with:

• 23 low dependency beds
• 7 high dependency beds
• Regional Consultation Liaison service based in Bunbury hospital
• Community Mental Health Clinics located in Bunbury, Busselton, Margaret River, Bridgetown, Manjimup.

• Infant, Child and Adolescent (0-16)
• Youth (16-18)
• Adult (18-65)
• Older Adult (65+)
• Step-up Step-down Unit in Partnership with Richmond Wellbeing
• Youth Severe Services, in partnership with WA Primary Health Alliance
• Community Assessment and Support Team (CAST)
• Mental Health Co-Response team in partnership with the WA Police (WAPOL)
• Specialised Aboriginal Mental Health Services
• Alcohol and Drug support services
• Western Australia Eating Disorder consultation service

THE SOUTH WEST REGION:
The South West region is in the south-western corner of Western – it shares its eastern boundary with the Wheatbelt and Great Southern regions and is bordered by the Indian & Southern Oceans, with around 1,000km of spectacular coastline. The South West region covers an area of 24,000 square kilometres, representing around 1.0% of the landmass of Western Australia.
The region boasts a rich and varied natural environment. It is home to 24 different national parks, tall timber forests, ancient caves and an abundance of wildflowers, birdlife and native wildlife. Its coastline features some of the best beaches in the country and is a popular surfing destination worldwide.
The South West is Western Australia’s most popular tourist destination outside of Perth and is renowned for its wineries, fresh produce, restaurants and thriving arts community, with numerous galleries showcasing the works of the region’s talented artists.
The South West region had a population of almost 180,000 in 2014 (representing 7.0% of the State’s population). By 2025, the population is expected to reach almost 233,000 persons (7.3% of the State’s population). Some of the fastest population increases were in the South West, including Busselton (4.5%), Margaret River (4.0%), and Bunbury (2.5%). The Aboriginal population in the South West was approximately 3,300 people in 2011, which represented 4.4% of the total Aboriginal population in Western Australia. This is expected to grow to almost 5,500 by 2025, with the percentage increasing slightly to 4.5%.
WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU:

• An attractive salary package of up to $470K+ inclusive of employer contributed superannuation.
• Excellent supervisors, who all have a passion for rural psychiatry!
• The South West region is home to some of the best beaches, fishing locations, wreck diving and water sport activities, keeping you and/or your family occupied!
• Explore and experience the unique charm of the region’s towns such as Busselton, Dunsborough, Yallingup, Gracetown, Margaret River, Hamelin Bay and Augusta right on your doorstep!
• Learning and research opportunities are available in psychotherapy, with scholarly projects linked with Edith Cowan University (ECU) and the Rural Clinical School (RCS).
• Relocating from overseas or interstate? You may be eligible to receive a separate relocation incentive of up to $10,000 (Eligibility is subject to terms and conditions).
• Your mental wellbeing is equally as important as the patients you treat! As such WACHS promotes and encourages a healthy work life balance to ensure you are at your best each day!
• Save yourself a 2-hour drive back to Perth Airport and drive 30 minutes from Bunbury to Busselton Airport.

• With flights available 3 times a week to Melbourne Tullamarine Airport – you are only one flight away from your next international (or domestic) getaway!

• Did you know you may be eligible to transfer your long service and sick leave over from other WA government, Commonwealth, or any other State of Australia government jurisdictions? (Entitlements transferred are subject to specific conditions, audit, and review of current Industrial Agreement guidelines and are assessed on a case-by-case basis)

This is a recruitment pool, and as such the following should be noted:

• The panel will monitor this recruitment pool for applications and will assess on a regular basis.
• Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur.
• Appointments may be made from this pool until 10/03/2025.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact
Please apply online by providing the following documents:

• A statement addressing each of the Selection Criteria found in the attached Job Description Form and how you are able to meet the position requirements. It is recommended you contact the person listed in this advertisement for further information about the role and selection process.
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. Please include contact details for work related referees (It is preferable for one of your referees to be a current supervisor or manager).

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
This vacancy is subject to a Western Australian Working With Children (WWC) Check. For further information please refer to the WWC website at:
Please note this recruitment process requires completion of satisfactory Pre-Employment Health Assessment (PEHA). Any offer of employment with WA Country Health Service (WACHS) is conditional on satisfactory PEHA to ensure you are able to perform the inherent requirements of the position. An unsatisfactory PEHA will result in the offer of employment being withdrawn. Please see the attached WACHS PEHA Policy for further information.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.